Professor Henry Abanda
Speaker
Smart City & Green Building Lead Fokabs Inc.
Speaking at CBPM Conference 2026
About
In December 2024, Prof. Henry Abanda joined Fokabs Inc. in Ottawa, Canada, after serving as an Associate Professor at Oxford Brookes University. A passionate advocate for Building Information Modelling (BIM), he has led international awareness campaigns, delivering workshops and lectures in over 12 countries across five continents, including Canada, the UK, Germany, India, and Kenya. His training programs have equipped over 180 construction professionals in the UK alone with practical BIM skills. Prof. Abanda is also a Strategic Advisor for BIM Africa, where he supports the advancement of digital technologies and policy frameworks in the AEC sector. His work promotes innovation, sustainability, and resilience in urban development. At Fokabs, he leads the development of product solutions that address real-world challenges in the AEC industry, bridging research and practical application.